Edinburgh Social Enterprise Network (ESEN) provides a range of networking and support services to a membership in excess of 200 social enterprises and social entrepreneurs in the city including the provision of an e-newsletter; a business support programme; regular network meetings and training events; promotion of the sector through various channels and representation of social enterprises to the public and private sector. ESEN is supported by the City of Edinburgh Council and is a partner in the Edinburgh Third Sector Interface. It is a small but very active organisation. You can find out more at esen.scot

Job purpose

The Member Engagement Officer is responsible for increasing membership of the Network, encouraging member engagement with network activities and identifying and addressing individual member’s support needs through awareness raising activities, outreach and signposting.

The post holder is required to work with colleagues and partners to design and deliver suitable events and activities reflecting member needs and to develop new member benefits.

You will be required to manage your own workload and liaise with and support the Chief Executive, management committee members, colleagues and other stakeholders as necessary to complete all tasks whilst working in a way that creates a positive and respectful environment for everyone.

You must be able to maintain professional standards of confidentiality and discretion in all areas of work and communicate effectively and professionally with all staff, volunteers, members, partners and stakeholders.